Distinctive Design, Spaciousness, Impressive Technology and Affordability Are Highlights of Luxurious 2012 Lincoln MKT
06/22/2011
Lincoln
Add affordability to the list of reasons the luxurious 2012 Lincoln MKT is so appealing - a list that already includes distinctive design, interior spaciousness, fuel economy and impressive technology.
Lincoln has lowered the list price of the 2012 MKT with EcoBoost(TM) by $3,000 compared with the 2011 model. This realignment gives the new Lincoln MKT with EcoBoost the same price tag as last year's 3.7-liter V6 with all-wheel drive, not available for 2012.
For those interested in the 2012 Lincoln MKT without EcoBoost, the price remains unchanged from the 2011 model.
The new Lincoln MKT features a starting MSRP (excluding taxes, title and license fees) of $46,295 for the all-wheel-drive 3.5-liter EcoBoost V6 and $44,300 for the 3.7-liter V6.
The twin-turbocharged 3.5-liter EcoBoost V6 offers the power of a normally aspirated V8 with V6 fuel economy - and that's standard with all-wheel drive. AWD enhances the vehicle's capability in a variety of weather conditions. The sophisticated AWD system is fully automatic using an advanced array of internal electromechanical clutches to efficiently distribute torque between front and rear wheels as needed.
The EcoBoost V6 delivers 355 horsepower at 5,700 rpm while generating 350 lb.-ft. of torque from 1,500 through 5,250 rpm and getting an estimated 16 mpg city and 22 mpg highway.
EcoBoost is a key element in Lincoln's strategy to deliver the power luxury car customers want combined with the fuel economy they need. Combining gasoline direct injection with twin turbochargers and a smaller-displacement engine, EcoBoost can match the power output of larger, naturally aspirated engines while yielding torque.
Tradition of quality continues
The engineering and craftsmanship that sets Lincoln MKT apart from competitors doesn't stop under the hood and it shows - Lincoln was just recognized as the leading luxury brand in vehicle satisfaction by AutoPacific in its 15th annual Vehicle Satisfaction Awards. The awards are industry benchmarks for measuring how satisfied an owner is with his or her new vehicle. The study summarizes the results of more than 68,000 new vehicle owners.
The new Lincoln MKT continues to offer luxury crossover shoppers Lincoln's signature design in an inviting three-row configuration with intuitive technologies designed to make customers' lives easier.
MKT buyers can choose between six- and seven-passenger models with two different second-row seating configurations. A standard 60/40 split folding rear bench seat features heated outboard seating positions. Power "fold and tumble" second-row bucket or captain's seats, with heating, cooling and power-assisted lumbar adjustments are available as well. A rear console-mounted five-quart-capacity refrigerator is available in the six-passenger seating configuration.
Safety innovations
Safety is key with the Lincoln MKT. It continues to offer the kind of safety innovations that helped the 2011 model earn a Top Safety Pick from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety. To earn the ranking, a vehicle must receive a "good" rating in all four of the institute's crash tests: front, side, rear and rollover. Ratings vehicles can earn are good, acceptable, marginal and poor. Electronic stability control must be available as an option at least.
In addition to standard electronic stability control through AdvanceTrac(R) with RSC(R) (Roll Stability Control(TM)), Lincoln MKT features an advanced structural safety system that combines octagonal front frame rails, tunnel rails and support members that are designed to absorb and redirect crash forces away from the passenger compartment.
Lincoln MKT also features SPACE (Side Protection And Cabin Enhancement) Architecture(R) incorporated to optimize side-impact incidents. The SPACE system integrates a hydroformed high-strength steel tube embedded in the floor that runs the width of the vehicle from B-pillar to B-pillar and along the rocker panels to form a safety cage to help protect passengers in side-impact incidents.
Lincoln MKT also features the Personal Safety System(TM), combining multiple technologies to tailor the airbag package and safety belt functions to the individual passenger and the accident circumstances. The system can identify variables, such as severity of the crash, weight of the individual passenger and safety belt usage to adjust airbag deployment force.
Premium technology
Premium innovations available for the Lincoln MKT include adaptive cruise control and collision warning with brake support, active park assist and BLIS(R) (Blind Spot Information System) with cross-traffic alert.
It doesn't stop there. Lincoln SYNC(R) is standard on Lincoln MKT models, providing occupants with voice-activated communications and infotainment, including 911 Assist(TM) and Vehicle Health Report (VHR). SYNC is an advanced software platform that provides consumers the convenience and flexibility to bring digital media players and Bluetooth(R)-enabled mobile phones into their vehicles and operate the devices via voice commands or with the steering wheel's supplemental audio controls.
Along with the convenience of SYNC voice control, drivers can operate the climate control and audio system via voice or touch using the standard center-stack touch screen display. The audio system includes a CD/DVD/MP3 player with 10 speakers, SiriusXM Radio with a six-month subscription and audio input jack. An available dual headrest Family Entertainment System with twin 7-inch DVD playback screens offers individual or simultaneous programming to second-row passengers.
The available Elite Package includes a voice-activated Navigation System and a unique-to-Lincoln THX(R) II Certified 5.1 Surround Audio System with 14 strategically aimed premium audio speakers. The Navigation System can also receive HD Radio(TM) broadcasts, giving listeners access to additional free programming in areas where it is offered.
A six-month SiriusXM Traffic and SiriusXM Travel Link prepaid subscription is included with the Elite Package, providing coast-to-coast weather data, forecasts, fuel prices, sports scores, movie listings and more.
Literally topping off the new Lincoln MKT is the standard fixed-glass Panoramic Vista Roof(TM) with power-assisted front and rear sunshades - or the available power Panoramic Vista Roof that opens for an expansive open-air experience.
Production location
The Lincoln MKT is built at the Oakville Assembly Complex in Ontario, Canada.